Slab Normal Opma 6 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Shemekia' by Areatype, 'Codename FX' by Differentialtype, 'Ciutadella Slab' by Emtype Foundry, 'Cargan' by Hoftype, 'DIN Next Slab' by Monotype, and 'Palo Slab' by TypeUnion (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, branding, sturdy, confident, industrial, friendly, retro, impact, readability, utility, warmth, chunky, blocky, bracketed, compact, robust.
A heavy, blocky slab serif with compact proportions and rounded outer corners that soften the overall mass. Serifs are thick and largely rectangular with subtle bracketing, creating a steady horizontal rhythm and strong baselines. Counters are moderately open for the weight, and curves (C, O, S) are broad and smooth with minimal modulation. The lowercase is simple and workmanlike, with a single-storey a and g, sturdy stems, and short, thick terminals that stay consistent across the set.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and display typography where strong presence and quick recognition are needed. It can also work well for packaging, signage, and brand marks that benefit from a sturdy, utilitarian slab-serif feel, especially at medium-to-large sizes.
The tone is sturdy and dependable with a slightly nostalgic, print-era feel. Its chunky slabs and softened corners read as confident and approachable rather than formal, lending an industrial-but-friendly voice suited to bold messaging.
The design appears intended as a no-nonsense, high-impact slab serif that stays readable while delivering weight and authority. Rounded details and restrained bracketing suggest an aim to balance industrial strength with everyday friendliness for broad, practical use.
Numerals are wide and emphatic with clear silhouettes, and the overall spacing feels built for impact rather than delicacy. The design maintains consistent stroke heft and serif presence across both cases, giving headings a uniform, poster-like color.